Articles by Marshall Funeral Home

Harry Robert “Bob” Shirley, 93, of Ellwood City, passed away peacefully at home following an extended illness on January 22, 2024. He was born on September 12, 1930 in Huston, Pennsylvania, the son of the late Thomas Charles Shirley and Mary Louise “Putt” Shirley Nicholson. Bob married the love of his life, Carol Ann “Cook” Shirley, on March 28, 1970, who passed away on February 08, 2003. Bob was inducted into the U.S. Army in February 1949, served in Italy during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1953. He worked as a truck driver for over 50 years,…

Paul Robert Zurynski passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at his residence with his loved ones steadfastly surrounding him. Paul was born on September 17, 1956, in Beaver Falls, PA to the late Paul and Jane (Watson) Zurynski. He graduated from Big Beaver Falls Area High School with the Class of 1974. He was a long-time member, and even an altar boy, at the former St. Teresa’s Roman Catholic Church in Koppel, PA (now a part of the Divine Grace Parish). Paul spent his employment years as a dedicated and skillful machinist and a tool and die maker….

Richard P. Himes, 86, of North Sewickley Township passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 14, 2024 at his residence. Born February 22, 1937 in Porter, PA. He was married to Maxine M. Hollabaugh Himes for 61 years when she passed away on April 16, 2016. Richard had graduated from Punxsutawney Area High School in 1955. He worked at Colonial Clay Production in Fallston for 19 years and retired from Littell Steel in Fallston after 25 years. He enjoyed traveling, especially going to casinos. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting and working in his garden. Richard…

Brett Kevin Gess, age 55, of Wampum, Pennsylvania passed away January 9th 2024. He is survived by his wife Lori, children: Jared, Robin, Paul and Josh with four grandchildren and one expected. Brett was incredibly proud of his wife’s and children’s military service. Brett was born November 26,1968 in Winter Park, Florida – the first-born child of David and Grace Gess. He became big brother to Shawn, Tiffany, Keisha, Ericka, Carrie, Anthony, Kyle and Annie. His father, David and youngest brother Kyle preceded him in death. Brett graduated from Northwest High School in Jackson, Michigan class of 1987 and loved…

Leonard Anthony “Dominic” Gratteri, 80, of North Sewickley Twp. passed away Friday, January 12, at Good Samaritan Hospice in Beaver, PA. Born August 16, 1943, in Reggio Calabria, Italy, he was the son of the late Samuel and Rosa Politano Gratteri. He was married to Barbara Straley Gratteri for 60 years, she survives. Dominic attended Beaver Falls High School. He was the owner and operator of Dominic’s Restaurant in Beaver Falls for 25 years, from 1985 to 2010. Dominic loved horse racing and watching the line in Vegas, “occasionally” placing bets. He enjoyed working in his back yard, gardening and…

William K. “Biff” Pander Jr, 85, of Ellwood City passed away peacefully Saturday, January 6, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born January 7, 1938 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late William K. Pander Sr. and Jean Schantz Pander Weingartner. He was married to Helen ” Pudy” (Krestel) Pander for 64 years as they were married August 29, 1959. She survives Biff retired from the Ellwood City School District where he was a 5th grade teacher at Walnut Ridge. He was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church. Biff graduated from Lincoln High School…

Dorothy Greubel Stahl, 97, formerly of Latrobe, Ellwood City, Bradford Woods and Zelienople passed away peacefully at Passavant Hospital in McCandless on Thursday, December 28, 2023 after a two-week hospitalization. The name Dorothy means ‘God’s Gracious Gift’ which relates to the abilities and talents the Lord gave this woman and indeed He did. Dorothy (‘Do’) was not only beautiful with a classy elegant style, but talented in so many areas-yet so humble. Her kind (Colgate) smile, her cheerful and playful personality as well as her sweet demeanor won people’s hearts and lifted them up. She exuded grace whether you deserved…

Stephen G. “Bimbo” Grinnen, 69, of New Beaver Borough passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at his residence. Born February 23, 1954 in Ellwood City, he was the son of the late Robert K. and Helen Szilvasi Grinnen. Bimbo had graduated from Mohawk High School. He was a Veteran of the Army serving from 1970-1972. A man of all trades, he was a self-employed contractor along with being the owner/operator of the Mines and Meadows Valley View Campground. He enjoyed spending his winters in Florida, riding his Harley, and rooting for the Steelers….

Cameron Dean Staples, 21, of Indian Trail, North Carolina (formerly of Ellwood City, PA) passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 12 of natural causes. He was born September 19, 2002 in Ellwood City, PA to Lenny and Stacy (Cooper) Staples. Cameron was a true animal lover, especially when it came to his dogs Allie and Sydney. He loved his job as a dog care giver at Big Red’s Bed and Biscuit. He loved cars and watching movies with his sisters. He attended Laurel Elementary School until moving to North Carolina where he attended Sun Valley Middle School and graduated from Penn…

Sally Lou (Lewis) LeViere 92 went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and the love of her life, Sheldon “Shelly” LeViere Sr. on December 17, 2023. Sally was born in Ellwood City on April 18, 1931 to Oliver and Gertrude (Knight) Lewis. She graduated from Lincoln High School, Class of 1950, and married her husband Sheldon on Nov.8, 1952. Sally loved making quilts and gifting them to family and friends. Her quilts are in homes all over the United States. She loved traveling, especially to Florida, out west, fishing trips to Canada, and to Anderson University Camp…